Willi Schaefer, Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spatlese Nr5 other_regions_italy and 20% Shiraz

and 20% Shiraz

Roederer also presides—by design as well as due to that vastness—over a mind-bending number of micro-vinifications

The 2000 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto is soft and quite open in feel

This is really well-made wine with a production of only 829 cases

indeed even silky mouth feel though the gorgeously long finish tightens up quickly as the ripe tannins are extremely firm

Willi Schaefer, Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spatlese Nr5 other_regions_italy and 20% ShirazStrawberry, oyster shell, licorice and nut oils on the nose. Fruit essences and mineral salts animate the rich yet delicate palate. Crisp, clean and delicious already. Joel B. Payne